I visited my folks over the long weekend and couldn’t resist looking into their pantry. I did spy some leftovers! Now what can you make with a leftover pack of fresh basil leaves, an unused pack of pizza sauce, a block of Mozzarella and a bunch of sliced bread? This!
I first made pesto out of the basil leaves — mash chopped basil leaves, olive oil, some walnuts, 3 cloves of chopped garlic and parmesan together in a mortar and pestle… or use a blender.
Grab a slice of bread, spread pizza sauce (or tomato sauce) on it, top with sliced mozzarella, the sprinkle with pesto. Pop it in a toaster oven for 5 minutes or till the cheese melts. Voila! Easy pizza merienda. I’m telling ya, it’s yummo.
P.S. Interesting things are happening the blogosphere. I will be moving to a new home soon. Will keep you posted. 😉
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
and I've been blogging at
at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
Christine
June 15, 2005 at 7:52 am (19 years ago)hey, that’s such a great idea! masubukan nga! hmmm, parang alam ko kung saan ka lilipat ah! tama kaya ako? :0)
Dr. Emer
June 15, 2005 at 8:20 am (19 years ago)You are truly a kitchen MacGyver! I believe its not only yummo but healthy too.
Omni
June 15, 2005 at 9:08 am (19 years ago)Here’s MY faze pizza-related trick; instead of using mozzarella, use pepper jack.
watson
June 15, 2005 at 4:58 pm (19 years ago)Wow Toni. That’s a really simple but yummy treat!
Toni
June 15, 2005 at 6:19 pm (19 years ago)christine: hmmmmm…. 😉
dr. e: that’s very true!
omni: i’ll keep that in mind for next time!
watson: try it! you’re gonna love it!
Junnie
June 16, 2005 at 12:16 am (19 years ago)This is a neat idea!
we’ve been trained since childhood not to waste food. leftovers are always made into sthing else the next day. Lechon becomes humba, etc.
TinTin
June 16, 2005 at 5:58 am (19 years ago)you’re always so full of great ideas!
Oooh, i can’t wait to see where you’ll be moving into!
Toni
June 16, 2005 at 11:06 am (19 years ago)Junnie : Exactly! Nakakahinayang magsayang ng pagkain!
TinTin : Thanks dear! And about that new home… coming soon!
bambit
June 22, 2005 at 7:29 am (19 years ago)did i ever tell you i keep your blog open while i’m in the kitchen?
you’re my guide and my inspiration!
Toni
June 22, 2005 at 1:45 pm (19 years ago)bambit: Awwww that’s so good to hear.
Thanks! And I’m glad I can help you across the web lines!